Game Boy · Shooter
True Lies
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy, True Lies is a shooter developed by Beam Software and published by LJN.
Beam Software also made WCW: The Main Event, The Punisher: The Ultimate Payback! and Choplifter II for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing True Lies is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
True Lies cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1CC-ED9 |
|---|---|
| Start With 9 Lives | 094-FEF |
| Infinite Handgun Ammo | 00E-6EA |
| Infinite Shotgun Ammo | 00F-CBA |
| Infinite Machine Gun Ammo | 00A-379 |
| Infinite Grenades | 00B-E19 |
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
True Lies FAQ
Who made True Lies?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by LJN.
Is True Lies multiplayer?
No. True Lies is a single-player game.
How long does True Lies take to play?
As a shooter, True Lies typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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